Belgium Night | Koninklijke Muziekkapel van de Gidsen

Celebrate the rich tradition of Belgian wind music. On July 16, 2026, the Koninklijke Muziekkapel van de Gidsen takes the stage during the World Music Contest in the Rodahal for ‘Belgian Night’. This prestigious ensemble combines tradition, precision, and musical excellence in a program full of character, from historic marches to symphonic works.

Thu 16 Jul 20:00

Roda Hall

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16 Jul

20:00

Tickets

Part of

Events

Rodahal

Program

Conductor: Ivan Meylemans

Brabançonne	François Van Campenhout
Overture for Band	Frédéric Devreese
Danse Funambulesque	Jules Strens
War concerto	Dirk Brossé
Soloist: Annelien Van Wauwe (clarinet)

INTERMISSION

Vrolijke ouverture	Marcel Poot
Colores	Jan Van der Roost
Impromptu	August De Boeck
La Grande Moustache	Robert Groslot
Orgia	Francois Glorieux
Mars der Belgische Parachutisten	Pierre Leemans

Wind Bands | 1st division

This is wind music at the very highest level, performed by participants from all corners of the world. The competitions for symphonic wind bands feature the most international field of participants of all WMC disciplines.

Fri 24 Jul and Sat 25 Jul

Data & tickets

Fanfare Band | 2e division

Traditionally, most participating fanfare bands come from the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg, but ensembles from other countries also regularly compete in Kerkrade. Over the years, the Fanfare Band Contests have grown into a leading international competition for this distinctive orchestra type.

Fri 17 Jul 16:00

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Fanfare Band | 1e division

Sat 18 Jul and Sun 19 Jul

Data & tickets

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